Development Manager

Kipp Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP Public Schools is seeking a Development Manager to oversee the daily operations of the development department, focusing on fundraising campaigns, donor management, and stewardship workflows. You will serve as the internal lead for the donor CRM and ensure accurate donor data, timely gift entry, and successful campaign execution.

Reporting to the Managing Director of Development, you will drive revenue growth by coordinating campaigns, managing events, and maintaining robust donor systems

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator for Salesforce, managing and maintaining the donor database to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and timely entry of gifts, interactions, moves management activity, and donor portfolio assignments.
• Manage timely gift entry and acknowledgment workflows and partner with Finance to support routine reconciliation between fundraising and financial recordkeeping.
• Produce regular reports and dashboards to track revenue, donor engagement and retention, and campaign performance to help leadership make informed decisions.
• Lead execution of annual appeals, digital fundraising campaigns, events-related fundraising, and other special campaigns in partnership with the Managing Director of Development and Marketing.
• Administer and oversee the organization's online fundraising platform, including campaign setup, peer-to-peer pages, designations, data imports or integrations, and reporting.
• Monitor results throughout each campaign, flag risks early, recommend adjustments, and prepare post-campaign analyses covering revenue, participation, response, acquisition, retention, channel performance, and lessons learned.

Job description

• Department: Regional Support and Leadership
• Compensation: USD 70,000 - USD 75,000 - yearly

Company Description

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all.We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni. KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students.

KPPS Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Life at KPPS

At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students' success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection – where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work. Here is what you can expect:

• Commitment to Anti-Racism & Equity: Join a team dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive, culturally responsive schools where all students and staff can thrive.
• Joyful, Inclusive Community: Work in a collaborative, identity-affirming environment that values relationships, celebrates individuality, and supports the well-being of adults and children alike.
• Competitive & Equitable Compensation: Benefit from transparent compensation structures, including performance-based bonuses that recognize meaningful contributions.
• Professional Growth & Leadership Pathways: Access high-quality development – including coaching, workshops, and tailored leadership opportunities – designed to support your long-term career trajectory.
• Authenticity & Belonging: Be part of a culture that encourages you toshow up as your full self and contribute to a community rooted in trust and respect.
• People-Centered Excellence: Join colleagues who believe strong relationships and thoughtful preparation drive excellent outcomes—for students and for staff.
• Comprehensive Well-Being Support: Receive whole-person support through coaching, mental health resources, wellness initiatives, and team-building experiences that prioritize your professional and personal growth.

Job Description

Role Overview:

The Development Manageris responsible foroverseeing the daily operations of the development department, with a key focus on fundraising campaigns, donor management systems, stewardship workflows, and donor cultivation initiatives.In this role, the Development Manager acts as the internal lead for the organization’s donor CRM platform, ensuring the accuracy of donor data, smooth execution of campaigns, and effective tracking of stewardship efforts. Working closely with the Managing Director of Development, the Development Manager supports revenue growth by executing targeted campaigns,maintainingrobust donor systems, and coordinating events and activities thatengaged on donors.

Key Responsibilities:

Donor Management Systems & Reporting

• Serve as the primary administrator for Salesforce, managing andmaintainingthe donor database to ensure data integrity, accuracy, andtimelyentry of gifts, interactions, moves management activity, and donor portfolio assignments.
• Managetimelygift entry and acknowledgment workflows and partner with Finance to support routine reconciliation between fundraising and financial record
• Produce regular reports and dashboards to track revenue, donorengagement andretention,andcampaignperformanceto help leadership make informed decisions.

Campaign Management & Execution

• Leadexecution of annual appeals, digital fundraising campaigns, event-related fundraising, and other special campaigns in partnership with the Managing Director of Development and Marketing.
• Administerand overseethe organization's online fundraising platform, including campaign setup, peer-to-peer pages, designations, data imports or integrations, and reporting.
• Monitor results throughout each campaign, flag risks early, recommend adjustments, and prepare post-campaign analysis covering revenue, participation, response, acquisition, retention, channel performance, and lessons learned.

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